2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 379 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1970 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 1970 Pontiac GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Silverado | GTO |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 678 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |